Since 1995, I have provided a highly diverse clientele the ability to tell stories and create successful brands. I can help you bridge the gap to meet your business objectives.
WhO is watusi?
Shawn Gentry is an Executive Creative Director with over 20 years of experience managing multidisciplinary creative projects in the fields of Finance, E-commerce, Consumer Products, and Entertainment. He is a Brand-Builder encompassing all aspects from conception to execution: Naming, logo design, slogans and marketing copy, conception of lifestyle brand images, directing photo and video shoots, and developing marketing strategy while maintaining brand integrity. He is a Presenter with the ability to create clear, dynamic messages while aligning with new trends in design, marketing and advertising with the charisma and enthusiasm to influence clients and sell creative ideas. He is a Communicator with the proven ability to lead, inspire and direct teams of Creative employees, create project documentation, develop strong marketing messages and resolve conflict if necessary.
Specialties
Creative Direction
Event Marketing
Project Management
Advertising Design
Marketing Strategy
Brand Strategy
Photography
Commercial Production
Convention Design
“Shawn Gentry was integral with the creation of blu Electronic Cigarettes as a member of the core development team from day one. As Vice President/Creative Director for Intermark Brands, Shawn lead the team who not only created the blu Electric Cigarettes brand, but also the product design, packaging, initial website design and advertising campaigns. I would recommend Shawn as a Creative Director or Marketing Director position. He brings a passion and enthusiastic work ethic with him to every project and seems to thrive on tight deadlines and pressure to succeed and show results.”
“I highly recommend Shawn Gentry as a strong creative force. Shawn recently gained business from my firm to redesign several of our graphic interfaces. He was highly talented, creative and has an extraordinary work ethic. Shawn can compete with the largest firms for large corporate or small business needs.”
What I've Achieved
- Created $100million Brands
- Built highly successful teams
- Managed multi-million dollar budgets
- Directed Photo and Video shoots
- Accomplished Graphic Designer
- 12 years of Convention Production
- Master of all things Adobe
- Photography, Retouching and Editing
- Video Production on a shoestring budget
- Managed teams of 30+
- Survived 3 years in Los Angeles